About The Song
Released in 1962, nestled amongst the beachside ballads of “Girls! Girls! Girls!”, “I Don’t Want To Be Tied” might seem like an outlier at first glance. But peel back that sun-kissed veneer, and you’ll find a sentiment that resonates deeply, no matter your generation. It’s a yearning for independence, a declaration of “no strings attached” flung against the backdrop of societal norms and suffocating expectations.
Elvis, our velvet-voiced rebel, lays it bare right from the jump: “Mama, don’t lock the door, I’m a-leavin’ tonight.” It’s a defiant rejection of the apron strings, a restless spirit itching to break free from the confines of small-town life. This ain’t your typical love song, folks. This is a manifesto for the free soul, a middle finger to the status quo.
But “I Don’t Want To Be Tied” isn’t just about running away. It’s about carving your own path, chasing your own dreams, even if they take you far from the familiar porch swing. Elvis croons about findin’ “a new horizon,” a place where he can “be just who I am.” It’s a universal desire, this quest for self-discovery, and Elvis nails it with that raw, yearning passion that made him the king.
Of course, there’s still that undeniable Elvis charm woven throughout. The playful swagger, the sly wink in his voice, even a touch of that hip-shakin’ mischief. He’s not just throwing off shackles, he’s doing it with a whole lotta charisma, a reminder that even rebellion can be a dance floor two-step.
So, the next time you hear that opening guitar riff, that rebel yell of “I don’t want to be tied,” don’t just tap your toes. Let it be a spark, a reminder to chase your own horizons, to shake off the expectations that weigh you down. And if you need a little liquid courage along the way, well, crank up the volume, grab your partner (or just strut solo!), and let Elvis Presley be your guide to that sweet, sweet freedom.
Remember, “I Don’t Want To Be Tied” isn’t just a song, it’s a feeling. It’s the wind in your hair, the open road stretching before you, and the unshakeable belief that you were born to be wild. So, go on, honey, untie those apron strings, grab your dancing shoes, and let the King show you how to jitterbug your way to freedom.
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Lyrics
I want my share of love, it might as well be known
But i ain’t thinking of one girl to love alone
That ain’t the way it’s gonna be, i’m on my own and i am free
And i’ve been satisfied, so i don’t wanna be tied
Somebody’s loving arms can sure be sweet i’ve found
But i want no-one’s arms to ever hold me down
Once i get caught inside a net i’m gonna run i bet
I’m gonna run and hide, i don’t wanna be tied
I’ve seen lovers who were matched, they thought that love could stay
Once they cared and got attached, it seems that love just slipped away
Don’t want no claims on me,
Don’t want no chains that bind
As anyone could see
I say what’s on my mind
Well there ain’t nothing i conceal, i’m gonna play the field
The field of love is wide ,
I don’t wanna be tied
The field of love is wide,
I don’t wanna be tied
The field of love is wide,
I don’t wanna be tied
I said i don’t, i don’t wanna be, i don’t wanna be tied